Origin And Insertion Flashcards
1
Q
What is an origin of a muscle?
A
The point where muscle joins the stationary bone
2
Q
What is the insertion of a muscle?
A
The point where the muscles tendons join the moving bone.
3
Q
What are antagonist pairs?
And give an example
A
Antagonist pairs are muscles working together
As one contracts another relaxes
E.g Biceps and Triceps
Bicep contract, triceps relax
4
Q
What is an agonist muscle?
A
Contracting muscle
5
Q
What is an antagonist muscle ?
A
The relaxing muscle in antagonist pairs
6
Q
How does origin and insertion of a muscle determine the action of a muscle?
A
When muscle contracts, the insertion moves towards the origin
